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Flight deals from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 16,779. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Johannesburg.R 8,493 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,493, select.

Johannesburg.R 9,715 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,715, select.

Johannesburg.R 10,568 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,568, select.

Johannesburg.R 10,586 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,586, select.

Johannesburg.R 10,938 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,938, select.

Johannesburg.R 11,113 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,113, select.

Johannesburg.R 11,496 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Jun.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Mon, 21 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,496, select.

Johannesburg.R 11,520 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,520, select.

Johannesburg.R 11,605 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 26 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,605, select.

Johannesburg.R 11,772 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Jul.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Wed, 14 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,772, select.

Johannesburg.R 12,833 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Sydney on Mon, 2 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,833, select.

Johannesburg.R 14,357 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,357, select.

Johannesburg.R 16,554 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Sydney on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,554, select.

Johannesburg.R 16,689 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Sydney on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,689, select.

Johannesburg.R 16,944 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Sydney on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,944, select.

Johannesburg.R 17,014 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Sydney on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,014, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Sydney to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	R 8,493
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	14 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	5

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is R 15,882. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

14 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Which airlines fly direct from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

Qantas flies direct from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

How many flights are there a week from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

As of September 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Thursday, 22 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 44 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

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When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo with?

Currently, Singapore Airlines and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 40 minutes.
Johannesburg is nine hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Take your pick of four weekly Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flights. The 09:30 departure with Qantas is the earliest flight you can take. Qantas operates the latest service of the day at 10:30.
To ensure you get on your SYD to JNB flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Johannesburg (and then exploring more of South Africa!) is a breeze with Qantas. This popular airline has direct flights from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Qantas.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for SYD to JNB flights is Qantas.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between SYD and JNB:
- Singapore Changi Airport
- Hong Kong Intl Airport
- Zayed International Airport

Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney Airport, data shows 66% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sydney Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)

Book a hotel close to JNB if you're taking a late Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Johannesburg and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

From Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)

The quietest month for a flight from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport for January if you want to go to Johannesburg during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to JNB sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

Johannesburg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you'll want to see. Around 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Soweto, Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House.
If you're ready to explore another side of South Africa, head for Pretoria, roughly 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. Statue of Nelson Mandela, Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve are highlights.